The International Center has received reports from students that USCIS has begun implementing a new photo policy.
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Mar 3, 2026
The International Center would like to express our concern for those who have been impacted by the recent events in the Middle East, or are facing uncertainty as a result of them, and remind the U-M international community of the following support resources:
Feb 18, 2026
Spring Break is approaching, and the International Center wishes you an enjoyable and relaxing break! Since you may have planned either international or domestic travel during the break, here are some considerations to keep in mind.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL
Please remember that there are always some risks to international travel, since admission or re-admission to the U.S. is at the discretion of the Port of Entry officials.
Feb 9, 2026
U-M recently sent an Important Reminder Regarding Immigration Enforcement and Campus Access to all students, faculty and staff.
Jan 15, 2026
On January 9, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security announced an increase to USCIS Premium Processing fees, effective March 1, 2026. This adjustment follows the biennial Premium Processing fee review under the USCIS Stabilization Act and reflects inflationary changes.
The updated Premium Processing fees are as follows:
Jan 9, 2026
On January 1, 2026, USCIS issued new policy guidance to place a hold on final adjudication of immigration benefits for individuals with a nationality or country of birth that is covered by the December 16, 2025 Presidential Proclamation titled: Restricting and Limiting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the Security of the United States.
Jan 6, 2026
Welcome to 2026! The staff of the International Center is excited to welcome you back to campus for a new term. The International Center is committed to serving U-M international students, scholars, and employees. Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, we’re glad you’re part of the U-M international community.
Dec 23, 2025
On December 23, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security - US Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHS/USCIS) released the text of the Final Rule regarding the “Weighted Selection Process for Registrants and Petitioners Seeking to File Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions,” to be published on December 29, 2025.
Dec 22, 2025
The International Center will be closed to visitors for the Term Break from 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, until 8:30 a.m. on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Staff will be available remotely until 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, and during regular business hours on Friday, January 2, 2026.
Dec 18, 2025
On December 12, 2025, USCIS issued a Policy Alert announcing new guidance governing the submission and reuse of photographs for immigration benefit requests. It is no longer accepting self-submitted photos and is limiting when USCIS-taken photos may be reused in benefit requests.